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Black Gum
Nyssa sylvatica
Price comparison:
£50.85 – £424.99
From 3 UK retailers
Reaching about 12m, Black Gum is a popular ornamental tree. Hardy in most of the UK. Autumn foliage, insect habitat.
Sun
☀️ Full Sun
Water
💧💧💧 High (Moist)
Hardiness
🌡️ H5 (Hardy -10°C)
Size
📏 12.0m tall × 6.0m wide
Wildlife
🐝 Autumn foliage, insect habitat
Compare Prices
Prices from 3 retailers across 3 pot sizes
Prices shown are for different pot sizes — compare within size groups for accurate savings
Prices last checked: 5 Oct 2026
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Retailers shown in order of price — lowest first within each pot size. Packs are compared only with packs of the same size. Listings without a stated pot size are not ranked.
| Grasslands Nursery | £50.85Checked 22 Oct | 12L | View at Grasslands NurseryOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| Ornamental Trees Delivery charge varies by tree size and distance | £70.00Checked 5 Oct | 12L | View at Ornamental TreesOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Grasslands Nursery
Size: 12L
Ornamental Trees
Delivery charge varies by tree size and distance
Size: 12L
| Ornamental Trees Delivery charge varies by tree size and distance | £175.00Checked 5 Oct | 20L | View at Ornamental TreesOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Ornamental Trees
Delivery charge varies by tree size and distance
Size: 20L
| Ornamental Trees Delivery charge varies by tree size and distance | £424.99Checked 5 Oct | 45L | View at Ornamental TreesOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Ornamental Trees
Delivery charge varies by tree size and distance
Size: 45L
| Thompson & Morgan + £6.99 delivery | from£29.99Checked 27 Oct | Check retailer for size | View at Thompson & MorganOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Thompson & Morgan
+ £6.99 delivery
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Plant Information
About this plant
Reaching about 12m, Black Gum is a popular ornamental tree. Hardy in most of the UK. Autumn foliage, insect habitat.
Latin Name
Nyssa sylvatica
Family
Hardiness Zone
H5
Care Level
moderate
Sun Exposure
full-sun
Water Needs
high
Flowering Season
Mature Height
12.0m
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Black Gum cost in the UK?
Black Gum prices in the UK range from £50.85 to £424.99 depending on pot size and retailer. The lowest price we track is £50.85 for a 12 litre pot at Grasslands Nursery. Prices are checked nightly across 3 UK nurseries.
Where can I buy Black Gum online in the UK?
You can buy Black Gum from 3 UK nurseries including Thompson & Morgan, Grasslands Nursery, Ornamental Trees. ComparePlants.uk compares prices across all of them so you can find the best deal.
What is the scientific name for Black Gum?
The scientific name for Black Gum is Nyssa sylvatica.
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